Skin rejuvenation treatments, such as microneedling and microchanneling offer drastic improvements to the skin.
These procedures stimulate collagen production and blood vessels, helping to improve firmness and texture while reducing acne scarring, pore size, and even stretch marks.
Microchanneling, a form of collagen induction therapy, can dramatically improve the way the skin looks.
Who is a candidate for microneedling or microchanneling?
You may be a great candidate for microneedling or microchanneling if you have slight or moderate anti-aging or skin problems, including uneven texture, reduced elasticity, wrinkles, or fine lines.
A collagen induction service reduces the appearance of scars, pores, stretch marks, and hyperpigmentation.
Elastin and collagen production may take about a month to have an effect on your complexion; however, you will experience better-quality skin almost immediately after your chosen procedure.
What is microneedling?
The procedure uses very thin needles to puncture the skin with a medical device and create micro-injuries.
This procedure helps promote rejuvenation by inducing collagen production and delivering serum to the skin.
The result is better-looking skin, texture and overall appearance, which is often seen right after treatment.
We use a roller device that is dragged across the skin, unlike microchanneling, which uses individual motions for more controlled needle punctures.
Can You Microneedle Your Body, Too?
You sure can! Microneedling isn’t exclusive to just the face. While it’s the area of skin that is most often treated, the procedure can be done anywhere the skin on the body needs a collagen boost- particularly those that have stretch marks in the legs, chest, or buttocks.
Does Microneedling Hurt?
If the idea of tiny needles piercing your skin sounds like it would bring a serious ouch factor, but you don’t need to worry. Not only does the numbing cream we use help take away what experts agree is minimal pain during the procedure, many patients report that they experience no pain throughout the procedure.
Post-procedure you’ll notice a little bit of pinkness on your face, kind of like a sunburn. At the very worst, a few tiny scabs may pop up, only to fade completely away in a few days with proper post-procedure care.
What is microchanneling?
Microchanneling has been called the next-generation of Microneedling.
Microchanneling treatments are minimally invasive, and are safe for all ages and skin types.
Whether you are fair-skinned or dark skinned, and even if you experience chronic breakouts you’re a good candidate.
Properly conducted microchanneling treatments will not result in hyperpigmentation, keloid scars or other lasting negative side effects.
Ideal candidates are those who seek improvement in the following areas:
- Acne scarring or other traumatic scarring
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Anti-aging or skin tightening
- Hyperpigmentation (sun spots)
- Pore size reduction
- Rosacea
- Stretch marks
- Hair growth
During a microchanneling session, small wire-based filaments are used with microscopic channels to exfoliate the epidermis.
Unlike microneedling, microchanneling offers a less abrasive experience. It is minimally invasive and described as being completely painless for most patients in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
The micro-channels kickstart your body’s natural healing response, leaving your skin less red or inflamed.
A topical serum or platelet-rich plasma is applied during the procedure to help accelerate healing and to encourage new skin to regenerate quickly. This is especially great for patients with acne scarring.
What to expect after treatment
After treatment, you may have mild swelling or redness for a day.
It may take up to two months for your collagen and elastin supply to increase until you see visible changes in the health and appearance of your skin.
For the best results, you may want to schedule follow-up sessions every four to six weeks. Many patients receive three to six treatments to achieve their goals.
Differences Between Micro-Channeling and Micro-Needling
Micro-channeling is similar to its predecessor micro-needling, a technique involving taking a metal roller with multiple sharp fine points and rolling it across the skin to create micro-injuries, commonly used for wrinkles, acne scarring, pigmentation and other skin issues.
These injuries encourage the skin to produce more collagen and enable topical serums to reach deeper into the skin to accelerate the healing process.
However, there are some key differences between the two procedures, starting with the tools used for both.
Micro-needling devices look like a pen with longer needles on the end and micro-channeling devices have a round tip with uniform needles that are smaller and shorter.
Instead of using the roller technique of micro-needling, the micro-channeling device creates a linear stamping technique, resulting in clean, consistent channels that prevent bleeding.
Typically people can return to their normal day-to-day activities within 60 to 90 minutes of a micro-channeling session, compared to 24 hours of recovery for micro-needling.
How much does microneedling or microchanneling cost?
Your microneedling or microchanneling cost will depend on the types of procedures you choose and the number of areas treated. In your initial consultation, at the Eagle Rock Medical Medspa– Ageless Aesthetics, we will evaluate your skin and create a custom treatment plan for you.
Then, a member of our staff will go over your treatment costs.
Improve your skin with microneedling or microchanneling
Both procedures stimulate natural collagen production and lead to firmer, smoother, and younger-looking skin.
At Ageless Aesthetics, we offer both these minimally invasive treatments with anti-aging benefits.
We’re able to correct imperfections, such as dry skin, visible pores, scarring, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation.
To improve the appearance and health of your skin, CLICK HERE to schedule a consultation to learn more about which procedure will work best for your skin goals.
